Sweeney Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderEvanston, Illinois · EIN 45-3026966 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $16,667 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | DONALD SWEENEY |
|---|---|
| Address | 2820 LINCOLN ST, EVANSTON IL 60201 |
| Phone | 7732517965 |
| NONE | |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC FORMAT. HOWEVER, THE ORGANIZATION MUST FURNISH PROOF OF ITS SECTION 501(C)(3) EXEMPT STATUS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATION MUST BE OTHER THAN A PRIVATE FOUNDATION OR PRIVATE OPERATING FOUNDATION. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Positive Coaching Alliance | Oakland, CA | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Elon University Athletics | Elon, NC | Unrestricted | $16,667 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $91,667 | 3 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $52,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631739349100553
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-3026966
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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